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Nsanje, Malawi

Southern Region · Malawi

Nsanje is a mid-size city in Southern Region, Malawi with a population of 30,276. Elevation: 180 ft (55 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

30,276 Population 30/sq mi density
180 ft Elevation 55 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
35.1 in Annual Rain
Africa / Blantyre Timezone

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About Nsanje

Nsanje

Nsanje is the main city in Nsanje District within the Southern Region of Malawi.

People

Population30,276
Density30/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain35.1 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation180 ft (55 m)
Population30,276
Population Density30 / sq mi
Elevation180 ft (55 m)
Coordinates-16.9200°, 35.2620°
TimezoneAfrica/Blantyre
Country🇲🇼 Malawi
State / ProvinceSouthern Region
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Annual Precipitation35.1 inches (892 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Nsanje

Nsanje is a mid-size city in Malawi (Southern Region) with a population of 30,276. The city sits at an elevation of 180 feet (55 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Blantyre.

Climate in Nsanje

Nsanje has an average annual temperature of 26.3°C (79°F). The hottest month is Nov (30.1°C), the coldest is Jul (21.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1042 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 26.8°C / 80°F 19.9° / 35.2° 287.4
Feb 26.9°C / 80°F 20.4° / 34.7° 178.0
Mar 25.9°C / 79°F 18° / 35.4° 176.6
Apr 25.6°C / 78°F 17° / 36° 28.8
May 24°C / 75°F 14.8° / 35.5° 9.9
Jun 22.3°C / 72°F 13.2° / 34° 36.6
Jul 21.8°C / 71°F 12.2° / 34.4° 10.1
Aug 24.6°C / 76°F 13.4° / 38.3° 13.6
Sep 27.3°C / 81°F 14.9° / 41.2° 8.2
Oct 29.9°C / 86°F 18.2° / 44.4° 52.6
Nov 30.1°C / 86°F 19° / 43.3° 74.4
Dec 30°C / 86°F 19.4° / 42.3° 166.3
Nsanje has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 272 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 35.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 180 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average76.8°F
42% above Malawi avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Geography

Elevation180 ft (55 m)
Area1,024.5 sq mi (2,653.4 km²)
Population Density30/sq mi
Coordinates-16.9200°N, 35.2620°W
TimezoneAfrica/Blantyre

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.1"
8% below Malawi avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.36"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

25 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.5. Most recent: M4.3 on Mar 14, 2025.

Mar 8, 2018 24 km NE of Nsanje, Malawi M5.5 25 km
Feb 10, 2017 115 km SSE of Nsanje, Malawi M5.1 116 km
Apr 7, 2022 40 km E of Nsanje, Malawi M4.9 41 km
Mar 8, 2018 25 km ENE of Nsanje, Malawi M4.9 26 km
Jan 4, 2000 49 km SE of Phalombe, Malawi M4.9 115 km
Mar 17, 2018 22 km NE of Nsanje, Malawi M4.8 23 km
Apr 27, 1990 124 km S of Nsanje, Malawi M4.8 125 km
Aug 25, 2015 28 km ENE of Nsanje, Malawi M4.7 29 km
Aug 31, 2004 148 km SSW of Nsanje, Malawi M4.7 149 km
Jan 3, 1998 2 km SE of Blantyre, Malawi M4.6 127 km
May 13, 2012 44 km ESE of Phalombe, Malawi M4.6 136 km
Oct 8, 2009 102 km SSW of Nsanje, Malawi M4.6 103 km
Mar 14, 2025 135 km SSW of Nsanje, Malawi M4.5 136 km
Dec 1, 1992 26 km SSE of Nsanje, Malawi M4.5 27 km
Jan 27, 2020 57 km SE of Nsanje, Malawi M4.4 57 km
Mar 12, 2010 111 km SSW of Nsanje, Malawi M4.4 113 km
Jun 17, 2015 9 km NNW of Nsanje, Malawi M4.3 10 km
Mar 14, 2025 139 km SSW of Nsanje, Malawi M4.3 140 km
Jan 27, 2010 83 km SSW of Nsanje, Malawi M4.2 83 km
Apr 6, 2018 9 km NNE of Nsanje, Malawi M4.1 9 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

8 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3.

Year Name Category Closest
2023 Freddy Category 3 182 km
2021 Chalane Category 1 273 km
2021 Eloise Category 1 296 km
2019 Idai Category 2 298 km
2012 Funso Category 3 285 km
1997 Lisette Category 1 276 km
1996 Bonita Category 1 165 km
1988 Filao Category 2 186 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 7.4 in Wettest
February 80°F (27°C) 5.9 in
March 79°F (26°C) 5.6 in
April 77°F (25°C) 1.9 in
May 73°F (23°C) 0.7 in
June 69°F (21°C) 0.7 in Coldest
July 69°F (21°C) 0.7 in
August 72°F (22°C) 0.3 in Driest
September 77°F (25°C) 0.4 in
October 82°F (28°C) 1.4 in
November 82°F (28°C) 3.3 in Warmest
December 81°F (27°C) 7.0 in

Nsanje has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 69°F in June to 82°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 35.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.4") and August the driest (0.3").

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Airports Near Nsanje

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bangula AirportSmall Airport
Chemba AirportSmall Airport
Nchalo Sucoma AirportSmall Airport
Ngabu AirportSmall Airport
Nsanje AirportSmall Airport

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Blantyre

🇲🇼 About Malawi

Capital Lilongwe
Population 17,563,749
Area 118,480 km²
GDP (USD) $13,363,669,673
GDP per capita $633
HDI 0.508
Life expectancy 67.4 years
Internet users 18.0%
Urban population 17.0%
Currency MWK (Kwacha)
Languages English, Chewa
Calling code +265
TLD .mw
Driving side left

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Frequently Asked Questions About Nsanje

What is the population of Nsanje?

Nsanje has a population of 30,276 residents and is located in Malawi. The population density is 30 people per square mile, spread across 1,024.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Nsanje?

Nsanje has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.1 inches.

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